Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Willow Lakes Estates Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (12 Rentals)

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River West Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River West Commons

719 W Highland AveElgin, IL 60123
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1350 Getzelman Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1350 Getzelman Dr

1350 Getzelman DrElgin, IL 60123
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1289 Abbott Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1289 Abbott Dr

1289 Abbott DrElgin, IL 60123
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Roseanne Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Roseanne Apartments

401 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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Willow Lakes Estates, Elgin, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Willow Lakes Estates Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Willow Lakes Estates area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 39 Surrey Dr priced from $1,175. Blackhawk Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,280. Here are the most affordable Willow Lakes Estates apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
39 Surrey Dr39 SurreyStudio,1BA$1,175
Blackhawk Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 598 sqft1BR,1BA$1,280
The Villages at CanterfieldA1BR,1BA$1,655
Fountain Square1Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Willow Lakes Estates, IL

As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Willow Lakes Estates area is the $2.32 price per square foot 1Bed/1Bath Model at Fountain Square in the in the West Ridge Village neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Willow Lakes Estates apartment is the A Model at The Villages at Canterfield starting at $1,655 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the West Ridge Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Willow Lakes Estates apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fountain Square1Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$2.32
The Villages at CanterfieldA1BR,1BA$2.17
39 Surrey Dr39 SurreyStudio ,1BA$1.88
Blackhawk Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 598 sqft1BR,1BA$2.14
Furnished Studio-Chicago - Elgin - West DuFurnished Studio-Chicago - Elgin - West Du...Studio ,1BA$20.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Willow Lakes Estates, Elgin, IL

Ranked #3

Among neighborhoods in Elgin, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Elgin. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Willow Lakes Estates Neighborhood in Elgin, IL

Walk Score®

19 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

19 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Willow Lakes Estates Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Willow Lakes Estates Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Willow Lakes Estates Apartment is $1,280 at Blackhawk Apartment Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Willow Lakes Estates Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Willow Lakes Estates is starting from $1,535 at Blackhawk Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Willow Lakes Estates Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Willow Lakes Estates Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Villages at Canterfield and starts from $2,750.

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